Starter press?

drock72
on 28 Sep 10 (09:28)

Hi there - I’m looking for a cheap (under $200) option to print at home. Should I build one?

What about things along these lines:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNsTQpVlmw4

I’m looking to be able to print letterpress plates (Boxcar press), maybe woodtype and even woodcuts. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Derek Oscarson
www.derekoscarson.posterous.com

winking cat press
on 28 Sep 10 (09:42)

Derek…. there has been a number of postings here on Briar Press about building a home-made press. I’ve posted two different presses myself…… which are far better for printing than the ones I’ve seen on U-Tube so far.

Just do a search here, and you’ll find all sorts of discussions.

drock72
on 28 Sep 10 (10:59)

thanks will do

winking cat press
on 28 Sep 10 (11:37)

Here is the posting for my Galley Proof Press style home-made machine. It’s proven to be the most versatile of the home-made units I’ve built….. I’ve made numerous copies for folks, and they all seem to love ‘em.

http://www.briarpress.org/12848

drock72
on 28 Sep 10 (13:04)

really cool

emilyrcummings
on 14 Nov 10 (11:48)

Updated 14 Nov 10 (19:36)

I would suggest a proof press like a Nolan. I’ve seen a couple for sale on the classifieds here in the last few months. You may end up spending a little more that 200, but they are really good presses (I have one that I LOVE), simple to operate, and you can get the money back when/if you sell it when/if you decide to upgrade.

Emily

www.scribblesketchpress.com

emilyrcummings
on 15 Nov 10 (11:32)

There are 2 proof presses in the classifieds on this site right now, one Challenge and one Nolan, both ads posted Nov. 9th. Good luck!

Emily